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How Five Days in Philly Changed Movie History Forever

On the 50th anniversary of Rocky, the never-before-told story of the crazed, chaotic, and clandestine filming of the city’s most famous movie.


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Opinion

Dear Josh Shapiro: Now That You Have the Votes, Here’s Our Wish List

Mac Mart owner Marti Liberman, whose business was targeted by the Boycott Ride in Philadelphia on Sunday, November 8th (photo courtesy Marti Lieberman/Mac Mart)
Q&A

Mac Mart Wasn’t Even Supposed to Be Open During the Philly Boycott Ride. Here’s Why It Was

Guides

14 New Books by Philly Authors to Add to Your TBR List

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News

No Settlement in Inquirer Ownership Case

Four hours of negotiations were for naught. Now it’s in Judge McInerney’s hands.

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News

Malcolm Gladwell to Penn Students:

Would you go to Penn if you couldn’t tell people you went to Penn?

Preston Elliot From Preston & Steve Loves to Sing Journey

He also had a run-in with Paul McCartney and tells why his wife doesn’t want him in the kitchen.

National Transgender Day of Remembrance: Vigil Roundup

Where to find all of the trans-remembrance vigils in the region tonight.

George Zimmerman, acquitted in the high-profile killing of unarmed black teenager Trayvon Martin, listens in court Tuesday, Nov. 19, 2013, in Sanford, Fla., during his hearing on charges including aggravated assault stemming from a fight with his girlfriend. (AP Photo/Orlando Sentinel, Joe Burbank, Pool)
News

Anyone Still Buying Zimmerman’s Passivity?

Francis: He’s facing new allegations of domestic abuse. Will justice be done?

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News

Hall & Oates Have Slim Lead on Hall of Fame Ballot

At this writing, H&O only has a bare 160-vote lead over Peter Gabriel.


Best of Philly 2026: Best Philadelphians

Best of Philly 2026: Best Philadelphians

Brainiac scientists. The city’s most fanatical fans. A Mister Softee aficionado who stole our hearts — and more of our favorite neighbors this year

The 25 Most Philly Athletes of All Time

The 25 Most Philly Athletes of All Time

This city has had a love affair with the pitchers, running backs, goalies, and point guards who have called it home. Here, we present our definitive ranking. Let the debates begin.


News

Is the Eagles’ Connor Barwin the NFL’s Most Fearsome Hipster?

“How Philadelphia Eagles linebacker Connor Barwin — a bike-riding, socially conscious, Animal Collective–loving hipster — is redefining what it means to be a football player.”

News

YouTube Flashback: “Buddy’s Watching You”

The 1988 Eagles rap their way into history.

News

Which One of These Stories Will Do Most to Blight the Sterling Reputation of Philly Police?

The detective connected with homicide cases? Or the mother who punched a teen?

Help, I’m Scared of My Boyfriend’s Sex Toys!

Our quarterly relationship advice column.

News

Malcolm Gladwell Returns to Penn, Won’t Be Hanging With Football Team

Urged students to boycott the sport his last time on campus.

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76 Other Ways Philly Changed the World

76 Other Ways Philly Changed the World

Sure, Philly gave America democracy. But, from bubble gum to the world’s first computer to life-saving medical breakthroughs, Philadelphia’s greatest export is actually our influence.

Our Petition Worked — Ona Judge Day Is Now Official

Our Petition Worked — Ona Judge Day Is Now Official

We launched a petition to urge the Mayor and City Council to make May 21st a day to honor the brave former slave who escaped from George Washington — because no one tells Philadelphia to keep the truth to ourselves.


News

WATCH: Clip From Bill Cosby’s New Comedy Central Special

At age 76, still meditating on the domestic life.

Pastor Suspended for Officating Gay Son’s Wedding

A jury of peers hands down a suspension for one Pennsyltucky pastor.

News

Center City Rape Remains Unsolved

The attack happened Thursday night on Saint James Street between 12th and 13th streets.

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Is a Settlement Near in Inky Ownership War?

Testimony ends without George Norcross taking the stand.

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